Ethiopia's Navy Sets Sail Again: What You Need to Know
Ethiopia's Navy Sets Sail Again: What You Need to Know
After decades in dormancy, Ethiopia’s Navy is making a bold return under Prime Minister Abiy’s leadership—reviving a proud legacy and charting a new course for the future.
Here’s a quick look:
Revived & Ready: Once disbanded in the 1990s, the Ethiopian Navy is back with a fresh logo and a growing role—including participation in flood relief in the Somali region;
Training & Expansion: Officers are being trained abroad. Plans underway for a naval training center in Bishoftu and a naval academy in Bahir Dar;
HQ in the Capital: Naval headquarters is in the works near Menelik Hospital and Jan Meda in Addis Ababa;
Facility in Somaliland? A base was planned, but it's on hold following a new agreement with Somalia;
Russian Support: Moscow has pledged help in modernizing Ethiopia’s naval power, reinforced by a recent Russian Navy delegation visit;
Maritime Talent Pipeline: The Ethiopian Civil Maritime Institute trains over 500 marine engineers and electro-tech officers yearly—fueling the country’s maritime ambitions.
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